Senior Accountant

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,336,000 - 172,211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Senior Accountant in Orlando, FL to lead a broad range of domestic and international accounting activities within a dynamic organization. You will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial operations, including general ledger, invoicing, VAT oversight, cash-flow forecasting, and month-end close.

Responsibilities include managing GL, AP/AR/payroll during peak periods, handling international invoicing and VAT calculations, preparing monthly and quarterly

Qualifications

• 5–7 years accounting experience in government contracting
• Knowledge of GAAP, FAR/DFAR, SBA, GSA and SCA
• Experience with international invoicing and VAT

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and payroll
• Manage international contract invoicing and VAT calculations
• Lead month-end close and prepare financial reports
• Support annual audits and budgeting processes
• Prepare and review journal entries for accuracy

Skills

GAAP knowledge

FAR/DFAR

Excel proficiency

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

NetSuite

QuickBooks Time

Job description

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Job Description

This Senior Accountant role offers the opportunity to lead a broad range of domestic and international accounting activities within a dynamic, mission-focused organization. You will ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial operations, including general ledger management, financial reporting, contract invoicing, VAT oversight, cash-flow forecasting, and month-end close. The position requires strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of government contractor accounting requirements, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams while independently managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll activities, and provide hands-on support during peak periods and staff absences.
• Manage international contract invoicing, including foreign-currency billing and VAT tax calculations, to ensure accurate and compliant billing.
• Review VAT filings for accuracy, completeness, and proper alignment of supporting financial data prior to submission for approval.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial performance reports, including revenue and income/loss analysis, as well as quarterly financial results.
• Prepare a 13-week cash forecast, providing financial input on payment timing and adjustments to support effective cash-flow management.
• Coordinate the month-end closing process, ensuring timely completion of all accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare and review international journal entries for accuracy and compliance prior to approval.
• Support the preparation of budgets and indirect rate projections to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
• Provide support for annual financial audits, including preparation of provisional billing rates and responses to auditor inquiries.
• Support the forecasting process by preparing projections that include revenue, direct and indirect costs, and unallowable costs.
• Participate in the preparation of quarterly forecasts, monthly financial reports, and other financial status updates as needed.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses of financial statements, including variance explanations and operational insights.
• Support the annual insurance renewal process by providing required financial data and analysis.
• Participate in meetings and coordinate ad hoc financial deliverables to support business operations and organizational objectives.

Essential Skills

• 5–7 years of applicable accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of the financial applications of the FAR to oversee daily accounting functions for a federal government contractor.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, FAR/DFAR, SBA, GSA, and the Service Contract Act.
• Proficiency with Deltek Costpoint, NetSuite, and QuickBooks Time.
• Advanced computer skills, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate financial reports, statements, and projections.
• Ability to effectively prepare and present financial information and analysis to management.
• Experience supporting accounting and/or finance operations within a government contracting environment, including financial reporting, cost accounting, project accounting, and financial forecasting.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team setting and across departments.
• Strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and proficiency with financial calculations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with international accounting processes, including foreign currency transactions, international invoicing, and VAT tax requirements.
• Experience with governmental travel regulations, including knowledge of allowable and unallowable expenses in accordance with applicable contract requirements.
• Experience applying approved labor, indirect, and billing rates to support accurate project costing, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Interest in working within a technology-driven organization that delivers immersive, high-fidelity training environments using VR, AR, and MR simulation systems.
• Comfort working in an environment that values entrepreneurial spirit, disciplined execution, and long-term customer relationships.

Work Environment

This position is based on-site Monday through Friday, with the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after approximately 90 days on-site. You will join a small, collaborative accounting team where this role will be the third team member, working closely with other accounting professionals in a supportive and highly engaged environment. The organization focuses on delivering immersive, high-fidelity training environments across air, ground, maritime, and space domains, using advanced technologies such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality. The culture encourages an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline, emphasizes taking care of customers, employees, and families, and is recognized for thought leadership and innovative solutions that support national and global customers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $60.10/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Orlando,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.